(Hurray, It begins. Also it morning in the other post. But I was going to post as if it was getting dark. If this place isn’t in a different time Zones, I will edit.)

“Yes, I would like you to start out small…well, something that you may consider small…but something that will help you out immensely in the long run. I want you to go outside, close your eyes and take deep breaths. Then…when you are relaxed (Draken had a feeling that relaxation would be difficult for Mutt, considering his jumpiness) and connect yourself with the world. Take notice of the small things…until you can pay attention to everything at once. I will be there soon to…surprise you.”

Mutt was extremely excited to begin the training, but was taken aback by Vanthm’s smile; also the thought of a surprise by Vanthm’s was…unsettling. Pushing the chair back in, Mutt gave a small head bow and turned on his toes; which wasn’t a very graceful move since his claws grated slightly against the floor. Pushing the doors open he left the dining hall, leaving Vanthm to his own devises and thoughts.

Walking down the long hallway that eventually would lead to the outside of the castle, Mutt reflected on the dinner he had with Vanthm. It had been one of the best meals he had ever had, but also one of the most strained, even though he had acted casual. It wasn’t that he didn’t trust Vanthm’s, it was just he didn’t fully trust Vanthm. He had always observed Vanthm from afar, giving him plenty of buffer room between him and the dark lord. Now that he would be working much more closely with Vanthm, he would need to be more cautious of how he acted, and addressed him.

Shouldering the door open Mutt walked outside, he sun already dipping into the horizon. A soft glow from the light still left the only thing lighting the ground. Walking over some dead grass Mutt, and made his way to a large boulder. Leaping onto the rock, he laid down on it his back arched slightly from the roundness of the rock. Stretching his back even more he heard a loud pop as his back popped back into alignment.

Relaxing he let his mind wonder a bit, not exactly what Vanthm had told him to do, but considering he was suppose to relax it seemed appropriate. He tried taking a few deep breaths, but it didn’t really help him relax because it just made him pick up the scents around him. Sighing heavily he pushed himself back up into the upright position; his armor shifted a bit, making a clicking noise before settling down.

There was really no point in wearing it today since he hadn’t really done anything dangerous or that required protection. Pulling off his chainmail, and armor plates; Mutt stripped off everything except his leather pants and vest. Jumping off the boulder he put them at the base of the rock, making sure not to drop them and put unneeded scratches on them; even though most likely the rock would be the one that got scratched. Leaping back onto the rock Mutt looked around, trying to focus on what was around him visually.

Sighing again, Mutt tried crossing his legs, but couldn’t get comfortable because his legs were too lengthy. Growling impatiently Mutt lay back down, looking into the sky. The stars were clearly visible, and several meteors streaked across the sky before disappearing into the night. Closing his eyes, Mutt tried to relax, but only managed in creating a small dialogue between him and himself.

Breathing through his mouth rather than his nose, Mutt tried to control his breathing. His mind finally began to quite down, almost an hour later; the noise finally being snuffed out, by his boredom. Refocusing, Mutt tried to sense what was around him…Nothing. Letting lose an animalistic howl, he dug his nails into the rock frustrated at how long this was taking.

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